Shipley Kicks Off NFL Career with Saints

0:00On April 26, Texas kicker Mason Shipley is heading to the NFL with the New Orleans Saints after signing as an undrafted free agent on Saturday. Night, tch. The Texas native had a solid one-year run with the Longhorns, nailing 20 of 24 field goals and going perfect on all 48 extra points. He was especially clutched from under 50 yards, making 18 of 19. Shipley brings a strong track record from his earlier college days at Texas State, where he missed just four field goals over three seasons. That consistency turned heads and boosted his chances after transferring to Austin for his final year. Longhorn fans are buzzing about this move, especially since Shipley is not alone. Teammates like Ethan Burke, Matthew Caldwell, Travis Shaw, Jack, Bowmeester, and Jalen Gilbo also landed undrafted deals with other NFL squads. It shows the program's talent running deep, even without draft picks. Now Shipley steps into a rebuilding, Saints team hungry for reliable kickers, giving him

1:02real shots to earn a roster spot in training camp. His accuracy could lock him in quick, it be keeps that college form. With New Orleans eyeing a fresh start, keep an eye on Shipley, he might just become their go-to leg for years to come. You've been listening to NFL News Today, AI-powered football coverage.